Obituaries

Lawrence L. Wacken

Lawrence L. Wacken

Mar 18, 2023

Lawrence “Larry” Lee Wacken passed away at the age of 84 on Saturday, March 18th, 2023 surrounded by his family. Larry was born on November 16th, 1938 in Salem, OR to Mary and Theodore Wacken. He lived on the family farm where they raised livestock, hazelnuts, and berries. While going to South Salem High School, Larry obtained his private pilot...

Howard "Howie" Pope

Howard "Howie" Pope

Mar 14, 2023

*Howie is now in the wild blue yonder fishing with his grandson*

Steven Wayne Smith

Steven Wayne Smith

Mar 13, 2023

Steven “Steve” Wayne Smith was born April 8, 1947, in Coos Bay Oregon and to Florence “Flossie” Lenore Smith and Franklin Ray Smith. His brother Stanley ray smith was born two years later. Steve graduated from North Bend high school in 1965. While in high school him at the love of his life, Mollie Ann Royce. They married on July...

Ronald Joel Macgeorge

Ronald Joel Macgeorge

Mar 12, 2023

Ronald (Joel) MacGeorge, 73, of Salem, OR passed away on March 12, 2023. Joel grew up in Monterey, CA where he worked in textile art for people all over Monterey and Carmel including some of the most glamorous homes and buildings anywhere. Joel's hobbies and interests were numerous and he could spend hours upon hours telling stories and discussing any...

Jeffery Dean Robertson

Jeffery Dean Robertson

Mar 10, 2023

An obituary is not available at this time for Jeffery Dean Robertson. We welcome you to share your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Esther Pauline Digmann

Esther Pauline Digmann

Mar 8, 2023

Esther Pauline (Grimes) Digmann, 67, boisterous personality, football fan, camping enthusiast, and most of all, devoted family-woman and friend passed away Wednesday, March 8th 2023 after a long battle with Lymphoma. She was surrounded by her immediate family at her home in Salem, Oregon at the time. Esther is survived by her best friend and husband of 40 years, Leroy...

Robin L. Branson

Robin L. Branson

Mar 8, 2023

An obituary is not available at this time for Robin. We welcome you to share your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Mary Lee Neu

Mary Lee Neu

Mar 7, 2023

An obituary is not available at this time for Mary. We welcome you to share your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

James Allen Melsha

James Allen Melsha

Mar 7, 2023

James Allen Melsha was born to William and Truly Melsha on June 16th, 1944, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. James passed away on March 7th, 2023, in Salem, Oregon with both of his loving daughters by his side at the age of 78. He graduated from Jefferson High School in Cedar Rapids, Iowa in 1962. James married Roberta LaBelle Wells on...

Diana Dee Hitchcock

Diana Dee Hitchcock

Mar 3, 2023

An obituary is not available at this time for Diana "DEE". We welcome you to share your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Sharon M. Hopkins

Sharon M. Hopkins

Mar 2, 2023

An obituary is not available at this time for Sharon M. Hopkins. We welcome you to share your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Joseph A. Devane

Joseph A. Devane

Feb 28, 2023

An obituary is not available at this time for Joseph. We welcome you to share your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Betty Mary Williamson

Betty Mary Williamson

Feb 26, 2023

In the early morning of Feb. 26, 2023, the Angels flew down to take our Mom, Elizabeth (Betty) Williamson to her Heavenly Father and New home. She was our Angel. She a loving and caring Mom, Grandma, Great Grandma, Great Great Grandma, and Sister. She left behind, 2 sons - Bill and Dan Williamson, daughter-in-law Michele Williamson and daughter Liz...

Richard "Jamie" Gossett

Richard "Jamie" Gossett

Feb 24, 2023

Richard James (Jamie) Gossett, 70, of Keizer died peacefully, February 24, 2023 after being 4 days on life support. He was born in Long Beach, California on May 14, 1952 to Jimmy and Laura Ella Gossett, the 4th of four children. Jamie grew up in Paramount, California, joining the service in 1970 after graduating from Paramount high school. He joined...

Geraldine J. Frederickson

Geraldine J. Frederickson

Feb 21, 2023

An obituary is not available at this time for Geraldine. We welcome you to share your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Michael Lee Secoy

Michael Lee Secoy

Feb 16, 2023

An obituary is not available at this time for Michael "Mike" Lee Secoy. We welcome you to share your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Kevin D. Wells

Kevin D. Wells

Feb 14, 2023

Kevin Donald Wells, 66, died on February 14, 2023 after fighting a terminal illness for many years. He was born February 5, 1957 in Salem, Oregon, the son of Donald and Donella Wells. Kevin graduated from Gervais High School in 1975 and worked as a machinist for American Can Company for most of his career. Kevin enjoyed wood-working, camping, baking...

George Kenneth Gjesdal

George Kenneth Gjesdal

Feb 14, 2023

An obituary is not available at this time for George Kenneth Gjesdal. We welcome you to share your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall

Vivian R. Everitt

Vivian R. Everitt

Feb 13, 2023

Vivian Rae Everitt Vivian Rae Everitt, 94, died Feb. 13, 2023, in Keizer, OR. Born on Oct. 31, 1928, she grew up in Pocatello, ID, but graduated from Boise High School. She earned her associates degree from Boise Junior College, her bachelors degree in journalism from the University of Oregon, and her Masters degree in Education from the University of...

Mary Kay Landeck

Mary Kay Landeck

Feb 10, 2023

Mary Kay Landeck, 70, of Keizer Or, passed away on Feb. 10th, 2023, surrounded by her loved ones. Mary was born September 21, 1952, in McMinnville to parents Charles and Hilda Green. She then moved to Lincoln city where she grew up. She graduated from Taft High school in 1971. While in High school she married Ed Fowler. They had...